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Portrait of Angela Merkel unveiled at museum in Berlin
Painting by Jérémie Queyras shows former German chancellor in trademark jacket – at a time of nostalgia for her ruleOver months they met secretly in a…
‘Give him any award, and he’ll come running’: Narendra Modi racks up honours on overseas trips
Indian prime minister has a habit of collecting awards on his travels, some as their first and only recipientAs Narendra Modi touched down in Seychell…
Even fans who don't speak Spanish are watching the World Cup on Telemundo. Here's why
They may not understand every word, but fans appreciate exuberant announcers who match their enthusiasm. Plus, cameras stay on the field during hydrat…
Will the end of TPS for Haitians mean a caregiving crisis in US?
Immigrants with temporary protection more likely to work in healthcare, representing 15 percent of noncitizen workers.…
Trump administration indicts Olympic athlete for Reflecting Pool vandalism
David Hearn could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted, but critics question the legitimacy of Trump's claims.…
Rare copy of US Declaration of Independence found by volunteer in UK archives
The newly discovered copy is one of only 11 of its kind in the world.…
Weekly quiz: Why did Catherine climb the UK's three highest peaks?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?…
Why Wonderwall has become England's World Cup anthem
Post-victory singalongs between England fans and players have become a new tradition this summer.…
Trump posts AI video of him as doctor treating critics’ ‘derangement syndrome’
President, in latest AI-generated social media post, targets prominent celebrities who have spoken out against himDonald Trump on Thursday posted an A…
Moira Deeming launches lawsuit against Victorian Liberal president before party meets to decide her future
Scandal has engulfed state opposition as MP resists calls to apologise to Matthew Guy over assault allegationFollow our Australia news live blog for l…
NHS to reward people who walk 30 minutes a day
The "marathon a month" scheme, developed with former Olympic medallist Sir Brendan Foster, will launch early next year.…
How the American Dream has survived 250 years, but only just
The American Dream has persisted since the days of the Founding Fathers, but faith in the ideal is fading…
FBI orders 260 staffers to Georgia to assist with 2020 election investigation
Memo calls for ‘surge’ of analysts after agents in January seized hundreds of boxes containing Fulton county ballotsThe FBI has asked its field office…
Louisiana: Republican attorney general indicted on criminal charges
Liz Murrill accused of trying to intimidate officials who opposed GOP-enacted law to overhaul local courtsLouisiana’s Republican attorney general was …
Tucker Carlson floats idea of new political party in the US in interview
Former Fox News host further said he doesn’t ‘want to be a candidate’ for president and aired frustration with TrumpTucker Carlson, the rightwing broa…
Oyarzabal scores two goals as Spain dominates Austria in World Cup knockout
Mikel Oyarzabal's brace allows the European champions to dominate Austria and move on to the round of 16.…
House Democrats accuse Trump of 'hijacking' America's 250th birthday for his own gain
A 55-page report from House Democrats accuses Freedom 250 of America's birthday celebrations for profit, using questionable fundraising methods. Watch…
Australia news live: Deeming lodges legal suit against Victorian Liberal president; blizzard brings snow to NSW and Victorian alps
Case due to be heard in supreme court this morning. Follow the day’s latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGreens c…
Could water become a flashpoint between Islamabad and New Delhi?
Pakistan has warned India over the Indus Water Treaty.…
UK culture minister quits X over ‘abuse and misinformation’
UK Department of Culture, Media and Sport will also stop using social media platform.…
Trump administration aims to cut regulations on US commercial fishing
Scallop fishing had been banned in the New England waters since 1994 on account of overfishing.…
Sciver-Brunt leads superb England into World Cup final
England roar into Sunday's T20 World Cup final against Australia with a superb 40-run victory against South Africa at The Oval.…
Trump administration renews pressure on International Criminal Court
The US says it will reject any effort by court to assert authority over citizens, days after judges sue over sanctions.…
LIVE: Portugal vs Croatia – FIFA World Cup 2026
Live coverage and text updates, with team news, from our commentary stream as Ronaldo's Portugal target the last 16.…
I take responsibility to fund defence plan extremely seriously, says Burnham
The Makerfield MP also rejects attacks on his economic stance, insisting he would not be "indisciplined" on finances.…
Christian missionaries have found a new (virtual) mission territory
The room may be virtual, but the prayer — and the evangelism — are not.…
Violent clashes as Albania’s anti-government protests continue
Violent clashes as Albania’s anti-government protests continue…
Mini-mart at centre of BBC investigation closed down
The Cradley Market shop, in Sandwell, is closed for three months following an investigation.…
US Olympian indicted after Trump alleged ‘vandalism’ at DC reflecting pool
Canoeist David Hearn was arrested in June after touching a peeling piece of liner in the pool from renovation projectDavid Hearn, a three-time US Olym…
Nine Buddhist monks killed by child driving truck in Thailand
Nine Buddhist monks were killed after a truck driven by an 11-year-old boy struck a pilgrimage procession in Thailand.…